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Open Letter To My Little Brother

Trinity Torres

Nov 10, 2015

College of William and Mary

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Dear little brother,

First, it is crazy how much you have grown. I remember you being this short, dorky, rambunctious little boy. As you get older, I am shocked at how much you mature. I cannot wait to see the man you will be. Every day it seems you grow another inch! My advice to you during this time of growth and change is to never become complacent. Continue to grow, to ask questions, and to educate yourself. Above all this, never lose your child-like spirit! Your jokes and pranks are what keep this family always laughing. I wouldn’t trade your craziness for anything.

Secondly, I hope you know I’m sorry. I am sorry for the times I yelled at you. I’m sorry for the times I locked you out of my room or told you no boys allowed. I am sorry for the times I tattled on you or got you in trouble. I’m sorry for the times I wasn’t a great big sister to you. I hope you know that I truly wish I could take those moments back.

I want to know that I’m always going to act like your mom. Yes, I know you already have a mom. Yes, I know I’m just your sister. No, I will not stop acting like your mom. I will forever be your second mom. So just know you can always count on me for advice, hugs, and I-told-you-sos.

You should know that I’m always going to have a problem with you dating. Honestly, it still freaks me out. I promise that yes, one day I will like one of the girls you bring home. It just might not be anytime soon. I’m joking, well kind of. Just know that from the mess-ups to the make-ups, I will only be a phone call away. When you find the right one, know that I will be just as happy as you will be. You’re an amazing guy, and any girl in the world would be lucky to have you.

Thank you for being my partner-in-crime. From the crazy late-night adventures to the occasional rule-breaking, thank you for always having my back. I can’t help but laugh at all the adventures that we have had together. From the times you got roped into my craziness to the times that we got into trouble-together. Someday, we are going to have awesome stories to tell our children. Just know that no matter how old you get, I will always have your back.

Lastly, know that I love you. You are my little brother, but you are also my best friend. I mean, I have known you since day one (literally). So no matter what happens, know that you always have a friend in me.

Love,

Your Big Sister.

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

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7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

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